Best 6 Easy Spicy Shrimp Recipes

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Are your taste buds in need of some serious excitement? If so, then get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our guide to the best easy spicy shrimp recipes. We've scoured the world to bring you a collection of dishes that pack a punch while still being incredibly simple to prepare. Whether you prefer your shrimp sautéed, grilled, baked, or fried, we have a recipe that will tantalize your senses and leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and prepare to ignite your taste buds with these delightful spicy shrimp creations.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASY SPICY BAKED CAJUN SHRIMP



Easy Spicy Baked Cajun Shrimp image

Whenever I make this for friends I usually triple the recipe, everyone fights over the last shrimp lol! Serve this with a long crusty baguette and lemon wedges. Plan ahead the shrimp needs to marinate for 1 hour. recipe#186029 works great for this!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Cajun

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons creole seasoning (try The Best Creole/Cajun Seasoning Mix for this)
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
salt (use only if you Cajun seasoning does not have salt in it)
2 lbs large raw shrimp, shelled and deveined

Steps:

  • Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • In a bowl combine the oil, Cajun seasoning, lemon juice, parsley, honey and soy sauce.
  • Pour over the shrimp and toss to coat; cover and chill for 1 hour.
  • Set oven to 450°F.
  • Bake the shrimp in the sauce/marinade for about 10 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through.
  • Serve with lemon wedges and crusty bread.

EASY GRILLED SPICY SHRIMP



Easy Grilled Spicy Shrimp image

I am not a big shrimp fan! Not sure why, but it's true. However, my new easy grilled spicy shrimp has been a summer favorite and so easy with all of the entertaining we do at the lake house!

Provided by Cindy Anschutz Barbieri

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Spicy

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
¼ cup Sriracha chile sauce
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Put shrimp in a large bowl; add chile sauce, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and cumin and toss to coat.
  • Place shrimp onto the preheated grill using large tongs and cook until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 3 to 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 837.4 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SUPER EASY SUPER FAST SWEET & SPICY SHRIMP



Super Easy Super Fast Sweet & Spicy Shrimp image

From a local cooking show. This goes together very quickly for a quick dinner. Serve with a salad and rolls.

Provided by Sherrybeth

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined and boiled
4 cups cooked rice, hot

Steps:

  • Combine first 7 ingredients in sauce pan.
  • Heat through.
  • Add shrimp.
  • Cook for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Serve over hot cooked rice.

QUICK AND EASY PAN SEARED SPICY GARLIC SHRIMP



Quick and Easy Pan Seared Spicy Garlic Shrimp image

With just a little pre-planning, you can have a delicious dinner in about 30 minutes.

Provided by Miranda Roderick

Categories     Seafood

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lb extra large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 large shallots, finely chopped
5 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic salt (can be adjusted according to taste)
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp crushed red chili flakes
1/2 tsp pepper, finely ground
2 Tbsp oyster sauce (in the asian aisle at grocery store)
1 lb fresh broccoli (chopped) or green beans

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all ingredients by hand in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
  • 2. Add 1 tsp of olive oil to a wok or heavy non-stick pan. Heat over high heat until oil is very hot.
  • 3. Add shrimp and stir quickly otherwise shallots and garlic will burn. Cook until shrimp are pink in color and firm to the touch. Approximately 3-4 minutes depending on how large your shrimp are. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • 4. Add 1 tsp of olive oil to remnants in pan. Add fresh broccoli pieces or green beans and stir fry until bright green in color and remove from heat. Serve with jasmine rice or couscous.

EASY SPICY SHRIMP



Easy Spicy Shrimp image

This shrimp recipe is wonderful -- and that is saying something coming from me because I am not a big fan of spicy. It is NOT that spicy, in fact DH did not even come close to breaking a sweat which is how he gauges how spicy something is. You can always cut down on the amount of red pepper flakes if you want.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Low Protein

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 cup sliced green onion
4 garlic cloves, minced
i pound large shrimp, cleaned, deveined and tails removed

Steps:

  • Mix together the water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, red pepper flakes, and ground ginger in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the green onions and garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the shrimp and stir them around to coat with the oil.
  • Cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through ~ just a few minutes.
  • Stir in the sauce and stir until sauce is thickened and bubbly.
  • Serve over rice.

THE BIG EASY SPICY SHRIMP



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Categories     Shellfish

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
1 medium red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 can (26 1/2 ounces) traditional-flavor spaghetti sauce
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Stir in bell pepper, onion and celery. Cover and cook for 5 minutes, stirring 2 or 3 times, until vegetables are tender, yet still crisp. Meanwhile, combine spaghetti sauce and diced tomatoes with chilies in a separate, medium saucepan over medium heat. Cover, bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Add shrimp to the Dutch oven and increase heat to high. Cook 2 to 3 minutes while tossing, until shrimp are pink and just opaque in the center. Add sauce; stir well and return to a simmer. Serve shrimp over rice.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely before cooking.
  • To devein the shrimp, use a sharp knife to make a shallow cut along the back of the shrimp, from the head to the tail. Remove the vein and rinse the shrimp under cold water.
  • To make the shrimp extra crispy, coat them in a cornstarch slurry before frying. To make a cornstarch slurry, mix together equal parts cornstarch and water until a smooth paste forms.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when frying the shrimp. This will cause the shrimp to steam instead of fry and will result in soggy shrimp.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are golden brown and opaque throughout. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular dipping sauces for shrimp include cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, and sweet and sour sauce.

Conclusion:

Spicy shrimp are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. With a variety of cooking methods and flavors to choose from, there is sure to be a spicy shrimp recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these spicy shrimp recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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